You and your partner respond to an emergency call related to a diver who ascended rapidly because he was running out of air in his tank. When he reached the top, he complained of sharp pain in his abdomen. You suspect the diver has an arterial gas embolism, but you've never had to treat one before. What should you do?
A) Call the Divers Alert Network.
B) Start an IV of normal saline.
C) Place the patient in Fowler's position.
D) Give the patient fruit juice to drink.

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The Divers Alert Network is a 24-hour emergency response center specifically for diving accidents and can provide guidance on the best course of action for treating a suspected arterial gas embolism. Without proper training and knowledge of this condition, attempting any treatment options can potentially worsen the patient's condition. Starting an IV, placing the patient in Fowler's position, and giving fruit juice are not appropriate interventions for an arterial gas embolism.

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